PrerequisitesNetwork+ certification or the equivalent knowledge and skills; A+ certification or the equivalent knowledge and skills; a good working knowledge of networking components, services, and applications, including remote access, computer hardware components, and device management

Expected Duration2.75 Hours

Managing Hardware, Disks, and Logical Devices

Manually or automatically install hardware on a Windows 2003 server

Configure hardware by using the Device Manager, driver signing options, and hardware profiles

Use the relevant tools for monitoring hardware in Windows Server 2003

Manage hardware devices in Windows Server 2003

Configure basic and dynamic disks

Implement the appropriate RAID level in a given scenario

Assess and repair a disk using CHKDSK and the defragmentation tool

Configure a disk, implement an appropriate RAID level on it, and optimize the disk

PrerequisitesNetwork+ certification or the equivalent knowledge and skills; A+ certification or the equivalent knowledge and skills; a good working knowledge of networking components, services, and applications, including remote access, computer hardware components, and device management

PrerequisitesNetwork+ certification or the equivalent knowledge and skills; A+ certification or the equivalent knowledge and skills; a good working knowledge of networking components, services, and applications, including remote access, computer hardware components, and device management

Expected Duration1.25 Hours

Basic Concepts

Distinguish between the services and editions provided by Windows Server 2003

Identify the main characteristics of Active Directory

Create and configure consoles using the Microsoft Management Console (MMC

PrerequisitesNetwork+ certification or the equivalent knowledge and skills; A+ certification or the equivalent knowledge and skills; a good working knowledge of networking components, services, and applications, including remote access, computer hardware components, and device management

Expected Duration3.75 Hours

Managing the Server Environment

Use the System Monitor to view relevant indicators of system performance

PrerequisitesNetwork+ certification or the equivalent knowledge and skills; A+ certification or the equivalent knowledge and skills; a good working knowledge of networking components, services, and applications, including remote access, computer hardware components, and device management

Expected Duration3 Hours

Managing Resource Access

Manage NTFS file and folder permissions in Windows Server 2003

Manage shared folder permissions in Windows Server 2003

Administer permissions for NTFS files and folders and for shared folders in Windows Server 2003

PrerequisitesNetwork+ certification or the equivalent knowledge and skills; A+ certification or the equivalent knowledge and skills; a good working knowledge of networking components, services, and applications, including remote access, computer hardware components, and device management

Expected Duration2.25 Hours

Managing Disaster Recovery

Implement steps for preventing and preparing for system failure

Schedule backups in Windows Server 2003

Implement preparatory steps for a potential disk failure

Recover from data loss and disk failure situations

Identify the appropriate tools or processes for recovering from a hardware or system failure

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Target AudienceIndividuals who are studying the associated SkillSoft content in preparation for, or to become familiar with, the skills and competencies being measured by the actual certification exam.

PrerequisitesFamiliarity with the exam objectives listed below and skills and competencies being measured in the associated certification exam.

Overview/DescriptionTo test your knowledge on the skills and competencies being measured by the vendor certification exam. TestPrep can be taken in either Study or Certification mode. Study mode is designed to maximize learning by not only testing your knowledge of the material, but also by providing additional information on the topics presented. Certification mode is designed to test your knowledge of the material within a structured testing environment, providing valuable feedback at the end of the test.

Target AudienceIndividuals seeking practice in a structured testing environment, covering the skills and competencies being measured by the vendor certification exam.

PrerequisitesThe associated SkillSoft certification content should be completed before attempting this TestPrep. This will maximize the effectiveness of the preparation exam.

Overview/DescriptionTo test your knowledge on the skills and competencies being measured by the vendor certification exam. TestPrep can be taken in either Study or Certification mode. Study mode is designed to maximize learning by not only testing your knowledge of the material, but also by providing additional information on the topics presented. Certification mode is designed to test your knowledge of the material within a structured testing environment, providing valuable feedback at the end of the test.

Target AudienceIndividuals seeking practice in a structured testing environment, covering the skills and competencies being measured by the vendor certification exam.

PrerequisitesThe associated SkillSoft certification content should be completed before attempting this TestPrep. This will maximize the effectiveness of the preparation exam.

Overview/DescriptionSkillSoft Mentors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help students with their studies for exam 70-291 Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure. You can reach them by entering a Mentored Chat Room or by using the E-mail My Mentor service.

Target AudienceIndividuals who are studying the associated SkillSoft content in preparation for, or to become familiar with, the skills and competencies being measured by the actual certification exam.

PrerequisitesFamiliarity with the exam objectives listed below and skills and competencies being measured in the associated certification exam.

Overview/DescriptionSkillSoft Mentors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help students with their studies for exam 70-293 Planning and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure. You can reach them by entering a Mentored Chat Room or by using the E-mail My Mentor service.

Target AudienceIndividuals who are studying the associated SkillSoft content in preparation for, or to become familiar with, the skills and competencies being measured by the actual certification exam.

PrerequisitesFamiliarity with the exam objectives listed below and skills and competencies being measured in the associated certification exam.

Overview/DescriptionGenerally taken near the end of a program of certification-orientated study, the 70-293 Planning and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure TestPrep enables the learner to test their knowledge in a simulated certification testing environment. Learners can take TestPrep in two different modes: Study and Certification. Study mode is designed to maximize learning by providing feedback, while Certification mode is designed to mimic a certification exam.

Target AudienceIndividuals seeking practice in a simulated testing environment, covering the skills and competencies being measured by the actual certification exam.

PrerequisitesThe associated SkillSoft certification content should be completed before attempting the TestPrep. This will maximize the effectiveness of the simulated preparation exam.

Overview/DescriptionSkillSoft Mentors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help students with their studies for exam 70-294 Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure. You can reach them by entering a Mentored Chat Room or by using the E-mail My Mentor service.

Target AudienceIndividuals who are studying the associated SkillSoft content in preparation for, or to become familiar with, the skills and competencies being measured by the actual certification exam.

PrerequisitesFamiliarity with the exam objectives listed below and skills and competencies being measured in the associated certification exam.

Overview/DescriptionTo test your knowledge on the skills and competencies being measured by the vendor certification exam. TestPrep can be taken in either Study or Certification mode. Study mode is designed to maximize learning by not only testing your knowledge of the material, but also by providing additional information on the topics presented. Certification mode is designed to test your knowledge of the material within a structured testing environment, providing valuable feedback at the end of the test.

Target AudienceIndividuals seeking practice in a structured testing environment, covering the skills and competencies being measured by the vendor certification exam.

PrerequisitesThe associated SkillSoft certification content should be completed before attempting this TestPrep. This will maximize the effectiveness of the preparation exam.

Exam 70-620: TS: Windows Vista, Configuring Curriculum Outline

Installing Windows Vista

Overview/DescriptionThere are a number of versions of the Windows Vista operating system, each designed for a particular situation. Because the cost of upgrading operating systems can be steep, choosing the right version of an operating system is important. The chosen operating system version must support current needs as well as take into account possible future requirements.Hardware requirements must also be taken into account before an upgrade occurs. Will the current hardware profiles suffice or will an expensive upgrade be required in order to support the chosen operating system? This course is designed to describe the basic hardware requirements of Windows Vista as well as the different versions of the operating system and their different capabilities. How to choose between an upgrade or a fresh install as well as choosing an automated or attended installation is also covered in this course.

Target Audience

The audience for this path are personnel who provide Tier 1 or Tier 2 desktop and help desk support for Windows Vista, and other technical professionals who wish to certify on Windows Vista.

Expected Duration

2.0 hours

Objectives:

Prepare for a Windows Vista Installation

Recognize the hardware requirements to install Windows Vista in a given scenario

Configure Windows Vista Environments

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Overview/DescriptionMicrosoft has added several new features to the Windows Vista desktop environment, among them the new Aero Glass user interface and the addition of the Windows Sidebar which displays and organizes gadgets.This course describes Windows Vista management utilities and how to use them and how to install and manage devices in Vista the new Aero Glass and Sidebar features of Vista and how to configure them. This course also the new Aero Glass and Sidebar features of Vista and how to configure them. Describes Windows Vista management utilities and how to use them and how to install and manage devices in Vista.

Windows Vista Users and Groups

Overview/DescriptionThe use of user and group accounts is fundamental in any network environment for both security and ease of administration.This course describes the types of user and group accounts available for Windows Vista clients, explains how to manage them, and covers best practices for their use.

Target Audience

The audience for this path are personnel who provide Tier 1 or Tier 2 desktop and help desk support for Windows Vista, and other technical professionals who wish to certify on Windows Vista.

Security in Windows Vista

Overview/DescriptionIn todays computing reality, security has become the number one concern of administrators and regular users alike. Windows Vista builds on Microsofts existing security mechanisms, such as Group Policy within Active Directory and Local Group Policy Objects to provide security for computer systems. Windows Vista also builds on the firewall protection introduced in Windows XP and integrates Microsofts Windows Defender software to protect against spyware and malware.This course covers the use of Group Policy, user account policies, Windows Firewall, and Windows Defender. As well, features new to Windows Vista specifically User Account Control, Windows Security Center, and Windows CardSpace are described.

Target Audience

The audience for this path are personnel who provide Tier 1 or Tier 2 desktop and help desk support for Windows Vista, and other technical professionals who wish to certify on Windows Vista.

Windows Vista Network Connectivity

Overview/DescriptionThe vast majority of computers in use today are networked in some fashion either to the Internet or to other computers. Windows Vista includes new features and enhancements designed to make networking easier, safer, and more reliable for both home and business users. With the explosion of wireless networking products available for both home and business environments, Vista includes many new features and upgrades to Windows wireless networking technology. Along with Windows Vista wireless capabilities, this course explains the features new to Windows Vista including the Network and Sharing Center and Network Map. As well, those features enhanced from previous Windows versions that provide the increased security, reliability, and ease of management offered by Windows Vista are described.

Target Audience

The audience for this path are personnel who provide Tier 1 or Tier 2 desktop and help desk support for Windows Vista, and other technical professionals who wish to certify on Windows Vista.

Configuring Windows Vista Applications

Overview/DescriptionWindows Vista replaces or upgrades many of the applications that came standard with previous versions of Windows. New applications and improvements to existing ones are designed to increase security, productivity and ease of use. The default applications and features included with the Vista operating system depend on the version of Vista that is installed.This course covers many of these new applications and upgrades and explains their use and configuration. New applications include Windows Sidebar, Windows Meeting Space, and Windows SideShow. Upgrades and improvements have been made to such applications as Windows Media Player and Windows Mail, previously known as Outlook Express. These changes are described as well.

Target Audience

The audience for this path are personnel who provide Tier 1 or Tier 2 desktop and help desk support for Windows Vista, and other technical professionals who wish to certify on Windows Vista.

Windows Vista Maintenance and Optimization

Overview/DescriptionAn optimized operating system runs at peak performance and helps to ensure that applications and hardware perform as they are designed to. Windows Vista has many tools to help achieve the goal of an optimized system along with monitoring tools that help ensure the system continues to perform at its best.This course describes many of the performance monitoring tools of Windows Vista and explains the strategies for system optimization.

Target Audience

The audience for this path are personnel who provide Tier 1 or Tier 2 desktop and help desk support for Windows Vista, and other technical professionals who wish to certify on Windows Vista.

Windows Vista Mobile Computing and Troubleshooting

Overview/DescriptionIn both the business and private sectors, laptop computers are rapidly catching up to desktop PCs in numbers. With the major improvements to mobile technologies over the recent years, laptops have fast become a viable, and even desirable, replacement for desktop systems.Windows Vista was designed with this growth in mobile computing in mind. This course covers Vistas focus on mobility, and explains the new and updated features related to the various mobile platforms such as laptops, Tablet PCs, and handheld devices. Vistas Mobility Center, where display and energy use settings can be configured is described, along with Vistas Sync Center which allows synchronization between mobile and desktop devices.This course also covers system recovery and troubleshooting should problems arise that cause either a full or partial system failure.

Target Audience

The audience for this path are personnel who provide Tier 1 or Tier 2 desktop and help desk support for Windows Vista, and other technical professionals who wish to certify on Windows Vista.

Mentoring 70-620 TS: Configuring Windows Vista Client

Overview/DescriptionSkillSoft Mentors are available to help students with their studies for exam 70-620 TS: Configuring Windows Vista Client. You can reach them by entering a Mentored Chat Room or by using the E-mail My Mentor service.

Target AudienceIndividuals who are studying the associated SkillSoft content in preparation for, or to become familiar with, the skills and competencies being measured by the actual certification exam.

PrerequisitesFamiliarity with the exam objectives listed below and skills and competencies being measured in the associated certification exam.

TestPrep 70-620 TS: Configuring Windows Vista Client

Overview/DescriptionTo test your knowledge on the skills and competencies being measured by the vendor certification exam. TestPrep can be taken in either Study or Certification mode. Study mode is designed to maximize learning by not only testing your knowledge of the material, but also by providing additional information on the topics presented. Certification mode is designed to test your knowledge of the material within a structured testing environment, providing valuable feedback at the end of the test.

Target AudienceIndividuals seeking practice in a structured testing environment, covering the skills and competencies being measured by the vendor certification exam.

PrerequisitesThe associated SkillSoft certification content should be completed before attempting this TestPrep. This will maximize the effectiveness of the preparation exam.

Overview/DescriptionSkillSoft Mentors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help students with their studies for exam 70-298 Designing Security for a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network. You can reach them by entering a Mentored Chat Room or by using the E-mail My Mentor service.

Target AudienceIndividuals who are studying the associated SkillSoft content in preparation for, or to become familiar with, the skills and competencies being measured by the actual certification exam.

PrerequisitesFamiliarity with the exam objectives listed below and skills and competencies being measured in the associated certification exam.

Overview/DescriptionGenerally taken near the end of a program of certification-orientated study, the 70-298 Designing Security for a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network TestPrep enables the learner to test their knowledge in a simulated certification testing environment. Learners can take TestPrep in two different modes: Study and Certification. Study mode is designed to maximize learning by providing feedback, while Certification mode is designed to mimic a certification exam.

Target AudienceIndividuals seeking practice in a simulated testing environment, covering the skills and competencies being measured by the actual certification exam.

PrerequisitesThe associated SkillSoft certification content should be completed before attempting the TestPrep. This will maximize the effectiveness of the simulated preparation exam.

Overview/DescriptionGenerally taken near the end of a program of certification-orientated study, the 70-299 Implementing and Administering Security in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network TestPrep enables the learner to test their knowledge in a simulated certification testing environment. Learners can take TestPrep in two different modes: Study and Certification. Study mode is designed to maximize learning by providing feedback, while Certification mode is designed to mimic a certification exam.

Target AudienceIndividuals seeking practice in a simulated testing environment, covering the skills and competencies being measured by the actual certification exam.

PrerequisitesThe associated SkillSoft certification content should be completed before attempting the TestPrep. This will maximize the effectiveness of the simulated preparation exam.

Overview/DescriptionSkillSoft Mentors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help students with their studies for exam 70-299 Implementing and Administering Security in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network. You can reach them by entering a Mentored Chat Room or by using the E-mail My Mentor service.

Target AudienceIndividuals who are studying the associated SkillSoft content in preparation for, or to become familiar with, the skills and competencies being measured by the actual certification exam.

PrerequisitesFamiliarity with the exam objectives listed below and skills and competencies being measured in the associated certification exam.

The Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification is still the premier certification for professionals who analyze
the business requirements and design and implement the infrastructure for business solutions based on the Microsoft Windows Client
systems and Microsoft Windows Server System. The strength of Windows Server 2003 in the market today indicates that demand for
related IT expertise will continue for years to come.

A Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) designs and implements an infrastructure solution that is based on the Windows
operating system and Windows Server System software. Implementation responsibilities include installing, configuring, and
troubleshooting network systems. Earning the MCSE certification proves your expertise in designing and implementation of the
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server platform.

This MCSE certification verifies your ability to analyze the business requirements for information systems solutions, and to
design and implement the security infrastructure based on Windows Server 2003. This certification proves you have the knowledge
about the planning, design, and implementation of Microsoft Windows security solutions in mid-sized to large companies.

Benefits of CBT Direct’s Online Microsoft MCSE Certification Training

CBT Direct boasts the most beneficial online certification training on the market. With online training, you have
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This training would be beneficial for individuals looking for IT job positions such as; Network Administrator, Windows
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Manager or an IT Manager.

What Professionals Will Learn from CBT Direct’s Microsoft MCSE Training

To achieve Microsoft MCSE Certification for Security on Windows 2003, you must pass eight exams. You must take four core
exams on networking systems, one core exam on client operating systems, one core security design exam and two security elective exams.

Core Networking System Exams (4 required)

Exam 70-290: Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Environment
This course provides students with the knowledge to create and manage user, group, and computer accounts as well as manage file
and share permissions> In this course you will learn how to help control Web server access and manage sites with Microsoft
Internet Information Services (IIS) and to manage hardware devices, disk storage, software, and print services. Lastly, you will learn
to implement backup procedures and perform system recovery.
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Exam 70-291: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
This course provides students with the knowledge to install and configure TCP/IP, use DHCP to manage IP addressing and to configure
and manage DNS clients, servers, and zones. This training will also teach you to manage routing and remote access, including VPNs and
how to implement and administer security procedures and monitor traffic, troubleshoot connectivity, and resolve service issues.
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Exam 70-293: Planning and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
This course provides students with the knowledge to plan TCP/IP network infrastructure, topology, and Internet connectivity and to
configure server roles and baseline security settings. You will also be taught how to plan name resolution, routing, and remote
access strategies and the ability to maintain server availability with clusters and network load balancing. This course will also give
you the knowledge to deploy IPSec, harden servers, and manage certificates and to design and administer a security infrastructure.
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Exam 70-294: Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure
This course provides students with the knowledge to plan, install, and configure an Active Directory infrastructure and the ability
to manage forest and domain structure and site replication as well as create and manage OU structure and user and group accounts. In
this course you will also be able to plan Group Policy strategy using Resultant Set of Policy (RSoP), configure user and computer
security settings and be able to manage and troubleshoot Group Policy and Active Directory performance.
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One Core Client Operating System Exam: (1 required)

Exam 70-620: TS: Windows Vista, Configuring
This course provides students with the knowledge to install and upgrade Windows Vista, configure and troubleshoot Post-installation
system settings and to configure Windows security features. This training will also teach you to configure network connectivity and to
configure applications included with Windows Vista. In this course you will learn how to maintain and optimize systems that run
Windows Vista and the ability to configure and troubleshoot mobile computing.
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Core Security Design Exam (1 required)

Exam 70-298: Designing Security for a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network
This course provides students with the knowledge to document the impact of business and technical constraints on the security
design process and to create a security design for: logical infrastructure, network infrastructure for physical security, network
management and maintenance, basic network functions and wireless networks and Web servers.
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Security Elective Exams (2 required)

Exam 70-299: Implementing and Administering Security in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network
This course provides students with the knowledge to implement and administer network security in a Windows Server 2003 Environment
and the ability to implement, manage, and troubleshoot security policies. This course will also cover patch management
infrastructure, secure network communications and how to plan, configure, and troubleshoot authentication, authorization, and PKI.
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